Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Industry: Special Purpose Machines
Salary: £55,000 - £63,000 (depending on experience)
Location: Cambridgeshire

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a growing engineering business developing advanced industrial equipment. The company designs and delivers complex engineered systems used in high-performance manufacturing environments. This role offers full lifecycle responsibility, from early concept through to production and ongoing support, along with the opportunity to contribute to team development and technical leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and develop mechanical systems and assemblies


Lead projects from concept through to detailed design, manufacture, and delivery


Produce 2D and 3D CAD models, layouts, and detailed engineering drawings


Carry out design calculations and analysis


Support prototype build, assembly, and testing activities


Manage project work to meet deadlines, cost, and quality targets

Key Skills & Experience:

Experience working on machinery, equipment, or complex mechanical systems


Strong 3D CAD skills (SolidWorks or similar)


Good understanding of materials and manufacturing processes


Machining, extrusions, compression moulded parts, vacuum forming, 3D printing and injection moulding


Experience delivering projects from concept through to production


Practical, hands-on approach to design and development work

If you're looking to join a business that values technical excellence, innovation, and practical engineering, then apply with a copy of your CV.